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Maxwell Bennett-Myles

The Bronx,NY

Summary

Adaptable and motivated professional with hands-on experience supporting collaborative projects and creative productions across theater, film, and related fields. Skilled in research, coordination, and organization, with a proven ability to enhance team productivity and contribute to project success under tight deadlines, both on stage and behind the scenes. Effective communicator who thrives in collaborative environments, bringing enthusiasm and creativity, delivering high-quality results. Dedicated to continuous learning and contributing to meaningful work in any team-oriented setting.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Theatre Development & Production Intern

New Perspectives Theatre Company NYC
08.2025 - Current
  • Support the Short Play Lab, logging in & reviewing writer submissions; ensuring the completion of the materials needed
  • Contribute to the production of the Reading Festival, which includes scheduling, promotion, & stage managing support
  • Participate in rehearsals for productions, assisting in both the production & artistic teams
  • Manage & create social media marketing campaigns (mainly TikTok, Instagram, & Facebook), including “Theatre History Thursday” and curated playlists

Comedy Production Assistant Intern

Blind Tiger Comedy Club
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Support the production of the live comedy shows, including stage preparation, audience engagement, & audio setup
  • Shadow staff & producers to gain insight into the behind-the-scenes process of comedy shows which includes development & execution
  • Perform in sketch & improv comedy shows to strengthen comedic performance skills and further gain on-stage experience
  • Film & edit behind-the-scenes content for a documentary-style video, highlighting the production process & club culture

Theatre Production Intern

Klimax Theatre Company
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Collaborated with the technical theatre team on the company’s April production, Sherlock: I’m Not Holmes, assisting with rehearsals, table reads, marketing, & publicity efforts
  • Supported production logistics both remotely & in-person, contributing to the show's development from pre-production through performance

Studio Production Intern

Bronxnet Community Television
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Operated BronxNet studio camera & learned the different types of shots as directed by the director in the control room
  • Utilized a prompter for pre-recorded/live shows
  • Floor managed & production assisted, communicated directly with the director of the show to ensure that the show ran smoothly
  • Moved into the control room, learned audio, graphics, & CCU

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

Manhattan University
The Bronx, NY
05-2026

Extracurricular Activities

MU Players (11/23- ongoing)

- Balanced both behind-the-scenes and performance responsibilities, strengthening multitasking, time management, and teamwork in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments

WRCM Radio (8/23- ongoing)

- Host & produce original radio shows throughout the semesters, each exploring different themes and formats

- Develop show concepts, curate music and discussion segments, write scripts, and manage live/on-air content

Dramatic Arts Club (1/25- 5/25)

- Wrote & directed "Last Words", an original one-act play developed and staged as part of the university's student theatre program that explored themes of identity and human connection

- Led the full creative process from script development to performance, including casting, rehearsals, and stage directions

Film Festival Club (1/25- 5/25)

- Wrote, acted, directed, & co-edited "Acting Straight", a short film examining gender roles and performance in the modern dating scene

- Served as the Script Supervisor on "Take It/Don't Take It", overseeing script accuracy and on-set coordination during production

- Assisted on the set of "The Other Woman" as the Production Assistant, supporting equipment handling and cast logistics

Timeline

Theatre Development & Production Intern

New Perspectives Theatre Company NYC
08.2025 - Current

Comedy Production Assistant Intern

Blind Tiger Comedy Club
05.2025 - 08.2025

Theatre Production Intern

Klimax Theatre Company
09.2024 - 04.2025

Studio Production Intern

Bronxnet Community Television
01.2024 - 04.2024

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

Manhattan University